2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV Problems

62 owner complaints filed with the United States safety regulator · top issue: Air Bags · verdict BUY 93/100

Source NHTSA public complaint and recall record · methodology

What breaks, by owner reports

Air Bags39
Structure7
Unknown Or Other5
Electrical System4
Power Train2
Suspension2

In the owners’ words

“The Transmission , the vehicle came to a sudden stop while driving, confirmed by a mechanic, no it has not been inspected by insurance or others accident was avoided, no warnings lights, transmission began to jump in gear like a lunge forward. Double checked it and it would not go forward then it would let you reverse only and then it will not go forward or reverse. The vehicle had to be towed. Engine starts fine but”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV owner
“The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Radial X, Tire Size: 285/45/R22, DOT Number: B90L-7LNX4818. The contact stated that after a visual inspection of all tires, he observed delamination and thread separation on the sidewalls and driving surface of the tires. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufactu”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV owner
“-Driver seat would not heat or cool. -When troubleshooting, discovered a melted wire and burnt plug. Could have caused fire. Various others online had the exact issue. There should be a recall. -Not reproduced or confirmed by dealer. The damage is visible, not necessary to take in. -Not inspected, see photos. -No warning lights.”NHTSA complaint, 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV owner

Questions owners ask

Is the 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV reliable?

On the federal record it scores 93/100: 62 owner complaints (4.13 per year on the road) and 0 recall campaigns, 0 touching safety-critical systems.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV?

The most-reported component in NHTSA complaints is Air Bags, with 39 of 59 categorised reports.

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The 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV scored 93/100 on the federal record.

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